Ducati Team concludes IRTA tests at Sepang

Today the two Ducati Team riders Andrea Iannone and Andrea Dovizioso, together with test-rider and two-time world champion Casey Stoner, had to wait until late morning to take to the track on the third and final day of IRTA tests at Sepang, because of the damp track conditions following overnight rain. Once the test was underway, the two Andreas continued development work and adapting the Michelin tyres to the new Desmosedici GP, while Stoner carried on with his scheduled test programme on the GP15.

Iannone had a harmless crash in the morning while carrying out a back-to-back test on last year’s bike, and then a sudden downpour stopped activity at around 1 pm and the riders had to wait until the track was dry before they could go out again.

The two Ducati Team riders then continued the test concentrating on the 2016 Desmosedici GP bike, but unfortunately late in the afternoon a few technical problems prevented both of them from improving.

The third and final day came to an end with Stoner fifth quickest (2'01.070), Iannone eighth (2'01.233) and Dovizioso thirteenth (2'01.675).

Andrea Iannone (Ducati Team #29) – best combined time of 2’01.052 (8th), 38 laps today
“In the end this test was a bit unusual because instead of concentrating only on the bike, we gave priority to the work with the new tyres that Michelin had brought and I am satisfied with the progress we made in this area. It was however an important test because it helped us to get to know the new bike but also find out a few teething problems that emerged with the Desmosedici GP. Today we had a positive day even though, at the end, I was unable to do a quick lap because I was slowed by minor issues. We’ll shortly be in Australia for the next test and I am confident that the data we gathered here will help us to improve the bike even more.”

Casey Stoner (Ducati Team #27) – best combined time of 2’01.070 (9th), 30 laps today
“All in all it’s been a very good few days for us, and I’m surprised myself that I was able to do three days of testing. Physically I feel great at the moment, but I’m sure I won’t tomorrow! It’s been a really positive test, not only because we worked well with the bike, but also because I was able to get back up to speed right away. Today wasn’t too bad, even though we didn’t get to do a lot of laps. Two exits this morning comparing two different geometry settings, but then the rain came so we weren’t able to complete the tests. After the rain we finally got a bit of dry track time but struggled a bit with rear grip and spent too much time trying to find a balance again to move on. But as I said I’m really happy with the way things have gone, and working with Gigi (Dall’Igna) and the team has been really fantastic!”

Andrea Dovizioso (Ducati Team #04) – best combined time of 2’01.675 (16th), 34 laps today
“Today was more difficult than yesterday, because we had a few issues that unfortunately we could not resolve here and which slowed us the entire day. In the morning I didn’t do many laps because I had to wait for the track conditions to improve, and then it began to rain. In the afternoon we started right away, and soon set a good time. We did some tests with used tyres and the bike improved but we encountered another problem towards the end of the session. We stayed in the box until the final part, but I was unable to make any more improvements when I went out. I didn’t put in as many laps as I would have liked, which was important for me to adapt to the new Michelins. It’s a pity, but I feel sure that in Australia we will be able to carry out our programme better once we’ve solved the problems back home.”

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Ducati Warranty.

Ducati guarantees all its bikes for a period of 24 months from registration, with unlimited mileage

Three service coupons must be used to ensure continued validity of the conventional warranty Ducati offers consumers: at 1,000 km (or six months), 12,000 km (or 12 months) and 24,000 km (or 24 months), to be performed by any official Ducati workshop. The warranty will be forfeited if the bike is repaired or overhauled by an unauthorised workshop, or if non-original parts are used; the warranty does not cover damage resulting from accidents, overloading and improper or negligent use, and does not apply to motorcycles used in sporting competitions of any type; motorcycles which are rented out are particularly subject to wear and damage as use and maintenance may not always be performed in accordance with the instructions in the Service Booklet.
The warranty is international, and is therefore also valid outside the country where the bike was purchased; it is transferred to the new owner if the bike is sold, and includes roadside assistance and Ducati Card Assistance medical insurance.

Detailed information may be found in the Service Booklet supplied with the bike.

Please note that the above general conditions of warranty offered by Ducati do not in any way compromise the mandatory rights of the physical person identified as the "consumer" under his or her own national legislation. The conventional warranty offered by Ducati therefore adds to and does not replace the warranty provided under the applicable legislation.

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DUCATI Dealers and Services in Thailand

DUCATI RAMA3
946 Rama 3 Rd, Bangpongpang,Yannawa - 10120 Yannawa (BANGKOK) - Thailand

DUCATI RATCHAPRUK
164/14 Ratchapruk Rd.-Khun Kong Dis - 11130 T.Bangkhunkong Bangkruai Nonthaburi (NONTHABURI) - Thailand

DUCATI SHOP-SIAM PARAGON BOOTH (AUTOHAUS BAVARIA)
Unit 2-13,2-14,2-56 Siam Paragon Shopping Center 2nd Fl. 991 Rama 1 Road - 30000 Pathumwan Bangkok (BANGKOK) - Thailand

DUCATI VIBHAVADI
12 Soi Vibhavadi Rangsit 22 - 10900 Chatuchak Bangkok (CHOMPHON) - Thailand

Ducati Buriram
248 Moo 15, Tambon Isan - 31000 Buriram (Buriram) - Thailand

Ducati Chiang Mai
14/1 Nimmanhaemin Soi 9, Suthep, A.Muang - 50200 Chiang Mai (CHIANG MAI) - Thailand

Ducati Hat Yai
100 Klongrien 1 Rd. - 90110 Hat Yai (HAT YAI) - Thailand

Ducati Hua Hin
965 Phetkasem Rd., Cha-Am, - 76120 Phetchaburi (PHETCHABURI) - Thailand

Ducati Khon Kaen
168/157 Moo 4-Prachasamosorn Rd. - 40000 Khon Kaen (Khon Kaen) - Thailand

Ducati Nakhon Ratchasima
555/3 Mittraphap Road, T.Khok Kruat, A.Muang - 30280 Nakhon Ratchasima (NAKHON RATCHASIMA) - Thailand

Ducati Pattaya
194/22 Moo 9 ,T.Nong Prue , A.Bang Lamung, Chon Buri 20150 - 22160 Pattaya (Chonburi) - Thailand

Ducati Phuket
51/23 Moo 2 Chaofa West Road - 83000  Vichit, Muang (Phuket ) - Thailand

Ducati Udon Thani
491/7-10, 22-25 Moo 1 Nityo Road - 41000 Makkaeng, Muang (Udon Thani) - Thailand

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Ducati XDiavel Specification in Thailand

Low speed excitement
Dauntless, irreverent, unheard of, the new XDiavel breaches the world of cruisers with Ducati values, merging concepts that apparently stand worlds apart. Travelling and relaxing to the comfort of forward controls combines with the performance and handling of a real Ducati. The new Ducati Testastretta DVT 1262 engine reconciles the two different personalities of the XDiavel, ensuring superbike muscle and a flat torque curve from the low rev range upwards.

This is X
XDiavel represents the merger of two worlds: that of the cruiser for long, low speed relaxing journeys, and that of the Ducati, characterised by Italian style, technical sophistication and very high performance. The X of XDiavel is just that: the crossover between apparently differing and distant worlds, united in a single bike, a synthesis where both are fully realised without any compromises.

Testastretta DVT 1262
The twin-cylinder Ducati Testastretta DVT 1262 is a completely new and Euro 4 approved engine which uses the Desmodromic Variable Timing system. The increase in engine capacity compared to the Testastretta 1200, together with the use of the Desmodromic Variable Timing system, has enabled supply of incredibly full and at the same time fluid torque at low running speeds, while also guaranteeing sports performance when the throttle is fully opened. In addition, the Ducati Testastretta DVT 1262 has a particularly detailed design which, thanks to the repositioning of the water pump inside the V of the cylinders, does away with the cooling system pipes on the left side.

Belt transmission
The XDiavel is the first Ducati to use belt final drive. A must in the cruiser world, the system was developed for the XDiavel by Ducati engineers so as to be able to guarantee reliable and safe transmission of the power supplied by the Ducati Testastretta DVT 1262.
The advantages of the belt are the low noise level, cleaning, reduced maintenance and fluid response to opening the gas, as befits a real cruiser.

Ducati Traction Control (DTC)
DTC is a very smart system which acts as a "filter" between the rider's right hand and the rear wheel. In just a few milliseconds, DTC can record and subsequently control the spinning of the rear wheel, contributing to increasing the performance and active safety of the bike.
The system offers eight different levels, each programmed to provide a certain tolerance level for rear end sliding, and thus suitable for the progressive riding skill levels. Level one is designed to offer less interaction and is destined for more expert riders, in good riding conditions, while level eight involves greater interaction and has been developed to offer complete confidence to all riders, also in wet and slippery conditions.
The DTC levels are preset as standard in each of the three Riding Modes, but can be selected individually by accessing an intuitive menu, in order to best meet the rider's needs.

Technical specification
Engine
TypeDucati Testastretta DVT (Desmodromic Variable Timing), L-Twin, 4 Desmodromically actuated valves per cylinder, Dual spark, Liquid cooled
Displacement1262 cc (77,0 cu in)
Bore x Stroke106 x 71,5 [mm] (4,17 x 2,81 [in])
Compression ratio13:1
- Power156 hp (114,7 kW) @ 9500 rpm
- Torque95,0 lb-ft (128,9 Nm) @ 5000 rpm
 Technical data referring to power and torque was measured on an engine test stand at Ducati.
Fuel injectionBosch fuel injection system, Full ride-by-wire system, Øeq 56 oval throttle bodies
ExhaustStainless steel exhaust and muffler with dual oval exits, Catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes

Transmission
Gearbox6 speed
Primary driveStraight cut gears, ratio 1.84:1
Ratio1=37/15 2=30/17 3=27/20 4=24/22 5=23/24 6=22/25
Final driveBelt, Front sprocket Z28, Rear sprocket Z80
ClutchSlipper and self-servo wet multiplate clutch with hydraulic control

Chassis
FrameTubular steel Trellis frame
Front suspensionAdjustable Ø 50 mm (Ø 1,97 in) usd fork
Front wheelLight alloy, Cast, 3,5"x17"
Front TyrePirelli Diablo Rosso II, 120/70 ZR17
Rear suspensionSingle shock absorber, Adjustable preload and rebound, Remote reservoir, Single sided swingarm, Cast/trellis frame
Rear wheelLight alloy, Cast, 8,00" x 17"
Rear tyrePirelli Diablo Rosso II 240/45 ZR17
Front wheel travel120mm (4.7in)
Rear wheel travel110mm (4.3in)
Front brake2 x 320 mm (12,60 in) semifloating discs, Radial Brembo monobloc 4-piston M4-32 callipers and radial master cylinder, Bosch cornering ABS as standard equipment
Rear brake265 mm (10,43 in) disc, 2-piston floating calliper, Bosch cornering ABS as standard equipment
Instrumentation3,5" TFT colour display and dedicated warning light display

Dimensions and weight
Dry weight220 kg (485 lb)
Weight data refers to the dry weight of the motorcycle without battery, lubricants and coolants for liquid-cooled models.
Wet weight 247 kg (545 lb)
Kerb weights indicate total bike weight with all operating consumable liquids and a fuel tank filled to 90% of capacity (as per EC standard 93/93).
Seat height755 mm (29,72 in)
Wheelbase1615 mm (63,58 in)
Rake30°
Trail130mm (5.1in)
Fuel tank capacity18 l (4,75 US gal)
Number of seatsDual seat

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The Aruba.it Racing - Ducati team starts its 2016 campaign with a two-day test in Portimão

After the customary winter break, the Aruba.it Racing - Ducati team kicked off its on-track activities for 2016 with a two-day test in Portimão. Both Chaz Davies and Davide Giugliano completed their respective programs, posting encouraging lap times.

Davies and Giugliano completed a total of 119 and 77 laps respectively on the 2016 specification of the Panigale R, laying the foundations in terms of a base setup for the upcoming season. As for the latest upgrades, the Welshman and the Italian gave a positive feedback on both chassis and electronics, focusing primarily on the new Ohlins front forks and the latest versions of anti-spin and engine-brake strategies.

The Aruba.it Racing - Ducati team will return to the track on January 26-27 in Jerez de la Frontera (Spain).

Chaz Davies (Aruba.it Racing - Ducati #7), 1’42.7
“In the first day, we focused entirely on the new electronics, especially considering that we only had half a day of track time since the tarmac was humid in the beginning. We’ve found some advantages compared with 2015, but we still have some tweaks to make. Also, we confirmed that we’re heading in the right direction with the new fork. Today, we wrapped up the session with a race simulation, which we learned a lot from. In general, we worked methodically, without rushing anything, to understand the new parts. I’m definitely satisfied and ready to move forward in Jerez.”

Davide Giugliano (Aruba.it Racing - Ducati #34), 1’43.6
“We tried several upgrades in these first two days, focusing on setup. Physically, I feel good and I’m getting back into my best shape. Also, we’re working well together with my new technicians, using a different method compared with what I was used to, and I’m sure it’ll pay off. We’re in the process of defining the complete package, taking steps in the right direction. We’ll make further evaluations in Jerez, then we’ll draw more definitive conclusions in Australia.”

Ernesto Marinelli – Superbike Project Director
“In these first couple of days of 2016 we focused on the new Ohlins forks, available in their final specification, and the latest electronic upgrades developed during the winter. Despite the long break, both Davies and Giugliano are on top form, and we managed to quickly achieve the same competitiveness shown during the post-race tests here in Portimão last June. Our work has just begun and we will move forward with the program in a couple of days’ time in Jerez. Phillip Island is quickly approaching and we have to prepare ourselves properly.”

News and high-resolution photos are available
at: www.ducatipress.com

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1926 - 2016: 90 years of Ducati passion

It is fitting to define Ducati's history as a dream, because the adventure began in a dark laboratory in the centre of Bologna, in Via Collegio di Spagna 7, when the work force consisted of just two workers and a secretary. Probably not even the Ducati brothers could have imagined what that small laboratory would one day become.

The first product, an electric condenser called "Manens", was no bigger than a one Euro coin, and yet it was a new technology, so sophisticated that, in the space of only a couple of years, production was transferred to the villa owned by the Ducati family.
From then on, a whirlwind of discoveries and recognition that would lead Ducati to grow further, until coming to the fateful day of 1 June 1935, the day on which the first brick of the Borgo Panigale factory was laid. Attention to detail, extreme attention to quality, precision and the great reliability of products such as calculators, radios, cameras and film cameras ensured that Ducati was one of Italy's most technologically advanced companies in the 1930s. Those two employees at the small laboratory became almost 1200 in 1936, and the company grew in overwhelming fashion.

Unfortunately, shortly after, Italy would fall into the throes of the Second World War: the conflict, armistice and the war of Resistance would devastate Ducati along with many other companies, before the factory was destroyed in October 1944.

Yet Ducati built itself back up as quickly as it had been destroyed and, in 1946, the first chapter in its two-wheel history was written. Everything started with the Cucciolo, a small 4-stroke auxiliary scooter that would become very popular across Italy and that would represent the birth of a new story.

A few years later, with the advent of the Cucciolo and the end of the Ducati brothers' period of management (1948), Ducati would need to strengthen its motorcycling soul: in 1954 the company was thus divided into two branches, "Ducati Elettrotecnica" and "Ducati Meccanica", and Fabio Taglioni, the true "father" of modern-day Ducati, was employed.

Over thirty years of collaboration with the company, the brilliant engineer, hailing from Lugo di Romagna, was responsible for almost one thousand projects, created the first real racing bikes (1954) and invented what would become the brand's most distinctive features: the desmodromic system (1956), the L-shaped twin-cylinder engine (1971), and the trellis frame (1979).

The impressive series of projects, all avant-garde, were crowned by an equally impressive run of victories across the widest variety of competitions, such as the Motogiro d'Italia (1954 - 1957), the grand prix races of the 125 and 250 classes (1956 - 1961), the 200 Miglia di Imola (1972) won by Paul Smart and the Tourist Trophy victory for Mike Hailwood (1978), right up to the end of Taglioni's career which coincided with Marco Lucchinelli's triumph at the Daytona Battle of the Twins (1986).

The arrival of Cagiva in 1985 brought a wave of innovation to Ducati, in terms of both the product and key personnel. With Taglioni having retired, Massimo Bordi and Gian Luigi Mengoli were put in charge of design and together developed an innovation that would write another important chapter in the history of the Bolognese twins: the 4 valve, water-cooled engine. The new engine was tasked with bringing Ducati to a tougher, but decidedly more prestigious, level of competition, the Superbike world championship. A choice that paid off when, in 1988, Marco Lucchinelli scored the first historic win with the 851, the bike that would go on to win the first rider's title in 1990 with Raymond Roche.

But there was no time to rest: alongside Bordi and Mengoli were a new generation of designers, represented by Claudio Domenicali and Filippo Preziosi, at the very moment in which Ducati was entering the golden age of design with "neoclassics" such as the Monster and the 916, Massimo Tamburini's masterpiece. In Superbike, Ducati consolidated its place as leader with Carl Fogarty, the winner of four world titles, and then with Troy Bayliss, a true hero for the ducatisti and three-times world champion with Ducati bikes.

After Cagiva, TPG and Investindustrial took over the Bolognese brand, bringing it to the top of the world in terms of popularity, product quality and brand uniqueness, while in 2003 Ducati's MotoGP story began, making first Loris Capirossi and then Casey Stoner heroes who, over the course of four years, would bring Ducati to the highest step of the rostrum: the world title win with Stoner.

This was followed by years of great innovation, the arrival of Audi, the birth of new models including the 1199 Panigale and the continuous growth of the Ducati brand across the globe. If we look back, and think of that small condenser built by two workers in 1926, we are amazed and can truly see how compelling and fascinating the story of this company is, a company born almost by chance but always steered by passion and love.

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Ducati Official Suppliers

Ducati Official Suppliers are a selected group of companies that - by supplying quality products and services to us - contribute to the development of our bikes and share our commitment to success, both on the racetracks and on the market.

B.P.T. BORRONI Powertrain SRL

Cobi Meccanica Snc

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Global Gest Srl

La Tecnomeccanica Sud SpA

Longwave Srl

Mapal Italia a socio unico Srl

NC Construction Srl

Optimas EO Solutions

O.M.P Officine Mazzocco Pagnoni

Plasgomma

Samauto S.p.A.

Siemens PLM Software

Vrm Spa

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Haijiu Holding

IES - Industria Espansi Sinterizzati Srl

Imagine srl

Leonardo srl

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Sifam Italia SRL

Touratech AG

Verindplast SRL

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